Physician Assistant, Street Medicine

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Physician Assistant, Street Medicine, provides medical services to clients, ensuring appropriate and professional medical services. Manages assigned patient panel as a part of AltaMed’s Street Medicine program, ensuring high-quality and professional care. The PA conducts patient visits for new and established patients experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, coordinating their care plans with other members of the street medicine team as well as community service providers. The PA visits vary in settings, including street encampments, homeless shelters, and supportive housing sites. This is a unique role for a passionate physician assistant interested in working with unhoused populations.

Minimum Requirements

• A master’s degree plus graduation from an accredited PA program in the United States is required.

• Licensure by the State of California as a Physician Assistant.

• Minimum 1 year of Physician Assistant experience in a community health setting preferred. Will consider a new graduate.

• Previous experience with unhoused or high-risk populations preferred.

• Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.

• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Compensation

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.